THE BREAKING GROUND ROOTS
WHERE WE STARTED, WHERE WE’RE GROWING, WHERE WE’RE GOING
OUR STORY
The Breaking Ground began in 2012 as Crossroads Counseling, a ministry of Crossroads Church in Westminster, Maryland. Over the years, as the counseling center continued serving clients from both outside of Crossroads Church and outside of the state of Maryland, the initial mission expanded to include virtual counseling.
TESTIMONIAL
“My counselor Jenné has helped me move overcome debilitating anxiety both in my early college years and after my second baby was born. I know that my life would be on a totally different trajectory without her wisdom and care.”
- Female, 28
Where we’re going
As we grow, we’ll continue walking alongside those who are hurting, both in our local community and abroad. As we add more counselors, we hope to engage holistic techniques to serve diverse age ranges and group dynamics.
Our goal is that anyone seeking encouragement can find it at The Breaking Ground, whether that’s in a session with one of our gifted counselors, through the resources in our online hub, or from the insights we share on social channels, including our blog and Instagram. Healing and hope can come in many forms, from many sources, all rooted in Christ.
TESTIMONIAL
“There was a time in my marriage where my wife and I just couldn’t seem to connect. We tried communicating on our own, and we just kept missing each other. Our Breaking Ground counselor gave us tools and exercises to understand each other and get back on the same page.”
- Male, 28
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Bob Rooney received his Master’s of Christian Counseling from Capital Bible Seminary and completed additional coursework for Maryland certification as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor.
Bob has experience working with children, teenagers and adults. He works with couples on conflict resolution and trust issues.
An avid golfer and motorcycle enthusiast, Bob missed using his counseling gifts in a therapy setting and chose to come out of retirement to join the counseling staff. His wife Kay supports that choice as long as it doesn’t interfere with grandparenting fun!
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Jenné Hibbs graduated with a Masters in Counseling from Gallaudet University and has accrued thirty years of counseling experience since then.
She has worked in long-term care as a social services director and helped found two counseling centers, one in New Jersey and Crossroads Counseling Center.
Her counseling experience includes working with children, individuals, couples and families experiencing relationship issues, grief, depression, anxiety, codependency, addictions, self-esteem, abuse, parenting issues, spirituality issues, marriage issues, pre-marriage preparation, and trauma.
In her downtime, Jenne loves the beach, biking, hiking and spending time with her family.
how to know if
THE BREAKING GROUND
is for you?
Sometimes it’s hard to tell whether you or someone you love is undergoing normal, everyday stress or whether they’re dealing with an issue that is regularly, negatively impacting their life.
If you’ve reached a point where you feel helpless or unequipped to foster lasting, positive change, it’s time to seek professional help.
Although our counselors are committed to providing Christ-centered counseling, you do not need to be a Christian to receive counseling through The Breaking Ground. Any preferences and boundaries communicated to your counselor related to religion, identity, and communication will be heard and respected.
who does
THE BREAKING GROUND
work with?
OTHER CARE PROFESSIONALS
Sometimes a counselor will recommend that a psychiatrist or other care professional be added to a client’s team. Often, our clients need both wisdom from a counselor and help from medication, nutrition, or other physiological aids.
OTHER CHURCHES
Our counselors parter with staff and meet with clients from various churches and organizations. You do not need to identify as a Christian to receive counseling from our team.
CONNECT ONLINE
Our counseling team regularly contributes to our blog, featuring tools and insights on topics like anxiety, depression, divorce, loss, parenting, and identity.
IF YOU NEED PRACTICAL HELP NOW, WE INVITE YOU TO EXPLORE THE BLOG.
If you crave support outside of The Breaking Ground resources, we invite you to connect with a local church.
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